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5 Facts About Black History Month

Black History Month began as a way of teaching young people about Black and African Americans’ contributions to the US. Today it celebrates Black people’s activism and achievements around the world. The theme of Black History Month 2023 is Black Resistance. It celebrates Black people’s resistance to oppression. From slavery and abolition to the ongoing struggles for civil and human rights. How will you mark Black History Month?

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